BACON, CREMINI & BRIE POTATOES FOR TWO

Bacon, Cremini & Brie Potatoes for Two image

This is my version of an ultimate baked potato. Rich Brie, crispy bacon and cremini mushrooms transform the humble baked potato into something really special. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

2 medium potatoes
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 bacon strips, chopped
1/4 pound sliced baby portobello (cremini) mushrooms
2 ounces Brie cheese, sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives

Steps:

Scrub and pierce potatoes. Rub potato skins with oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake at 400° for 50-60 minutes or until tender., In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute mushrooms in drippings., Cut a 2-in. "X" in tops of potatoes; insert cheese slices. Top with mushrooms, bacon and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Fat 34g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 781mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.